Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Day Services

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Day Services works onsite in Valparaiso, IN. The posting lists pay of $17 per hour. The role supports clients in Opportunity Enterprises’ Career Connections and Renewed Horizons programs; the nonprofit’s mission is to help people with developmental disabilities reach their potential and live fulfilling lives. The DSP implements instructional plans, care, and activities to help clients work toward their goals. The role contributes to client support through supervision, active treatment, personal care, assessments as directed, and participation in program activities, while maintaining a clean and sanitary setting and completing required documentation and training.

What you'll do

• Carry out the curriculum program according to schedule
• supervise clients and provide active treatment
• assist adults with personal care
• perform assigned housekeeping to keep facilities and equipment clean and sanitary
• intervene in crisis situations and complete documentation when necessary
• work with staff and clients
• administer assessments as directed by QIDPs, Nursing, or Program Specialists
• administer medication when applicable
• maintain current training and Behavior Support Plans
• transport and supervise clients during agency activities when necessary
• cross-train in day services programs when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

dsp

day services

career connections

renewed horizons

developmental disabilities

client support

personal care

valparaiso in

opportunity enterprises

$17/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Accrued time off, partial holiday pay, employee discounts, referral program, pay-on-demand option, FSA accounts, paid mileage, employee recognition events, employee assistance program, paid training, and flexible hours.
• Full-time benefits include 401(k) with 5% company match, paid holidays, PTO, HSA, medical, dental and vision insurance, and supplemental insurance.

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma and experience with the developmentally disabled population. Transporting clients, using a personal vehicle, medication administration, and cross-training are described as conditional or as-needed duties.

About the employer

Opportunity Enterprises, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.